AMITABH BACHCHAN PULSE
In 1982, a near-fatal ‘Coolie’ accident left doctors declaring Big B ‘clinically dead’; Amitabh Bachchan now has no pulse in his wrist
Amitabh Bachchan shared a startling detail about his 1982 Coolie accident. He explained that doctors made several cuts around his wrist during treatment. This severe injury resulted in him having no pulse on that particular wrist. He humorously stated that his pulse is now only detectable on his neck. Bachchan recalled this during an episode of Kaun Banega Crorepati Season 13.
Piyush Pandey: The man behind 'Abki Baar, Modi Sarkar' campaign; 'Fevicol Ka Jod', & Cadbury's 'Kuch Khaas Hai'
Piyush Pandey, a Padma Shri awardee and advertising legend, passed away at 70. He transformed Indian advertising into cultural landmarks with campaigns like Cadbury's “Kuch Khaas Hai” and BJP’s “Abki Baar, Modi Sarkar.” Pandey's work, known for its cultural resonance and emotional depth, also extended to impactful social campaigns and film.
Amitabh Bachchan admired this actor. He once owned 25-room sea-facing bungalow in Mumbai but died penniless in slums
Bhagwan Dada, a luminary of Hindi cinema's golden age, captivated audiences with his unique dance style and comic timing, notably in 'Albela.' Despite his stardom, he faced hardship later in life, marked by financial struggles and fading recognition. A Marathi biopic, 'Ekk Albela,' later honored his legacy, reminding audiences of his significant contribution to Indian cinema and influence on dance.
Amitabh Bachchan’s granddaughter Navya Naveli drops photos of her IIM Ahmedabad life: Canteen masti, Maggi, friends and study
Navya Naveli Nanda, granddaughter of Bollywood icons, offers a glimpse into her life as a student at IIM Ahmedabad. Her recent Instagram post showcases candid moments of campus life, including friendships, corridor chats, and Maggi breaks. Followers appreciate her grounded nature and relatable experiences, proving that even with a famous background, she embraces the simple joys of student life.
Amitabh Bachchan steps out from Jalsa to interact with fans amid hospitalisation rumours
According to reports, Bachchan Sr had to undergo an angioplasty, after a blood clot was spotted in his leg. On March 16, the ‘Pink’ actor was seen attending the ISPL match between the Tigers of Kolkata and Majhi Mumbai at the Dadoji Kondadev stadium in Thane.
Remembering Raju Srivastava, the comic who found humour in everyday life
Srivastava's humour - always in Hindi - made him hugely popular across the spectrum.
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Paytm's giant anchor round; alarm over crypto ads
Sovereign wealth funds and other large investors have pumped in Rs 8,235 crore during the company's anchor round, according to Paytm's filings with the Bombay Stock Exchange.
Amitabh Bachchan terminates ad contract with tobacco brand
The developments come in the wake of social media posts about actors including Bachchan, Hrithik Roshan, Shah Rukh Khan and Ajay Devgan endorsing various chewing tobacco brands having escalated in recent months, with users questioning actors endorsing products harmful for health.
Alarmed by rising COVID-19 cases during productions, film industry ups safety measures
As year 2021 appears to be a repeat of 2020, industry insiders say they are amping up safety measures, including regular RTPCR tests, to control the spread of COVID-19 on the sets of the on-ground productions as they cannot afford to suspend filming activities.
View: Why BJP and TMC are in a celeb-wooing competition
Stars and politicians are no strangers in Bengal. Before he became a Trinamool-nominated Rajya Sabha MP Mithun Chakraborty was so close to Left Front minister Subhas Chakraborty that he organised a star-studded flood relief extravaganza and got Amitabh Bachchan to come for it.
View: GoI’s vaccination programme does have a backup communication strategy
SVEEP was born out of the realisation of the sticky gaps in voter registration and turnout. India’s national voting stagnated at around 55-60% and that pointed to a democracy deficit despite correct, credible and regular elections.
Are you a fan of Tinkle, Amar Chitra Katha? This 43-year-old archives the journey of Indian comics
The comic books are saved in polypropylene covers & custom-designed cartons.
8,000+ Amul hoardings done, but no creative block for Rahul daCunha
The polka-dotted Amul moppet continues to make India laugh every day, without fail.
After polio, Amitabh Bachchan to lead India's fight against hepatitis B campaign
The health ministry has finalized talks with Bachchan and is set to launch the campaign in April, a senior official in the ministry said.
Rajesh Khanna was never anything except an illumination
Rajesh Khanna is a fantasy for those who are hemmed inside homes, pincered inside spaces defined for them, in their fixed social roles with predefined expectations.
IPL 2012 Opening Ceremony: A dazzling ceremony launches IPL 5
A spectacular mix of Bollywood razzmatazz and high-octane performances by International stars were the highlights of a glittering opening ceremony.
Ogilvy & Mather to help marketers build brands that appeal to Muslim consumers
In a first of its kind, advertising agency Ogilvy & Mather has launched a consultancy service dedicated to help marketers build brands that appeal to Muslim consumers.
Govt plans to give a name to unique ID project
The Union government is mulling over a brand name for its unique identity project initiative.
Asmita, Aadhar or Abhigyan: UID to get brand new identity
The Union government is mulling over a brand name for its unique identity project initiative.
Public transport set for 70mm makeover
From pot-holes to pot-boilers, the public transport system is all set for a 70mm makeover, Bollywood style. Instead of stretch limos pulling up at red carpet dos, India’s top stars may soon be seen using city buses.
Big B, SRK to encourage public transport
From pot-holes to pot-boilers, the public transport system is all set for a 70mm makeover, Bollywood style. Instead of stretch limos pulling up at red carpet dos, India’s top stars may soon be seen using city buses.
Big B tops in social endorsements
Bachchan accounted for 65% of the ads, followed by Juhi Chawla at 18% and John Abhraham at 4%.
Readying for stop-gap arrangement
With Nair on his way out, a big clean-up can’t be ruled out.
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